Cisco Catalyst 1000 End of Sale: Support to 2030 and Replacements

Cisco Catalyst 1000 Switches: End of Sale, Support Until 2030, and What to Replace Them With

Cisco stopped selling Catalyst 1000 switches in April 2025, but support runs to April 2030. Here is what that means for offices still running them, how to get the most from them in the meantime, and how the Catalyst 1300, Catalyst 1200 and Meraki compare as replacements.

By the IT Support Hub team · Updated November 2026 · 4 min read

The short answer

Catalyst 1000 switches are no longer sold. Cisco’s end of sale was April 30, 2025.
They are still supported until April 30, 2030 for most models, for customers with service contracts. There is no need to rip them out now.
Plan replacement around your next network change: new Wi-Fi 6E or 7 access points that need more power and faster ports, an office move, or a contract renewal.
The Catalyst 1300 is Cisco’s direct successor for most models, with cloud-managed Meraki switches the alternative for multi-site businesses.

What the Catalyst 1000 is

The Catalyst 1000 series, launched in late 2019, is Cisco’s line of fixed-configuration switches for small offices and branches. Models range from compact 8-port fanless units that sit quietly on a desk or shelf to 48-port rack switches, with versions offering Power over Ethernet for phones, cameras and access points and options for 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps uplinks. They run a simplified version of Cisco IOS, with a web interface for everyday tasks and a familiar command line for engineers.

They became common in GTA offices because they bring Cisco reliability and features such as VLANs, PoE management and port security to businesses that do not need enterprise Catalyst 9000 switches.

Where the Catalyst 1000 stands

Cisco’s dates apply to most models; check the end-of-life bulletin for your exact part number, as a few differ.

End of sale does not mean the switch stops working or stops being supported. With an active service contract, Cisco continues to provide support and replacements under the terms of that contract until the last date of support. What changes is that you cannot buy new units to expand or replace a failed switch like-for-like, and power adaptors for the fanless models are no longer sold either. Keep a spare if your office depends on one.

Replacement options

	Catalyst 1300	Catalyst 1200	Meraki MS switches	Catalyst 9200
Role	Cisco’s main successor to most Catalyst 1000 models	Simpler, lower-cost smart switch	Cloud-managed alternative	Enterprise access switch
Management	Web interface, command line, Cisco Business tools	Web interface	Meraki cloud dashboard	Full IOS XE, Catalyst Center
10G uplinks	On many models	Limited	On many models	Yes
Licence	None required	None required	Annual licence per switch	Subscription for advanced features
Best for	Single offices replacing like-for-like	Very small offices with simple needs	Multi-site businesses, Meraki users	Larger offices with advanced requirements

For most offices with a Catalyst 1000, the Catalyst 1300 is the natural next step: similar size, similar management and no licence. Businesses that already use Meraki firewalls or access points, or manage several sites, often find Meraki switches easier because everything sits in one dashboard. Our Cisco Meraki support page covers that route.

Getting the most from your Catalyst 1000 until then

Check your service contract. Support until 2030 depends on it. Without a contract, you are on your own for replacements and help.
Keep the firmware current. Apply Cisco’s latest recommended release for your model and review Cisco security advisories.
Back up the configuration. Store a copy of every switch’s configuration off the switch, so a replacement can be loaded in minutes.
Check the PoE budget. New Wi-Fi access points and cameras draw more power. Know how much headroom each switch has before adding devices.
Use VLANs and port security. Separate staff, phones, guests and cameras, and shut down unused ports. Our VLAN guide explains why.
Restrict management access. Admin access only from the IT network, with individual accounts and no default credentials.
Keep a spare. A spare switch or power adaptor on the shelf avoids a long outage now that new units are not sold.
Put replacement in the plan. Budget for it alongside your next Wi-Fi upgrade, office move or by 2029 at the latest.

Cisco support in the GTA

We support Catalyst 1000, Catalyst 1300 and Meraki switching for offices across Toronto and the GTA, from firmware updates and VLAN design to planned replacements. See network and firewall support, our guide to planning a network refresh, and diagnosing cable and configuration problems.

Questions people ask

Is the Cisco Catalyst 1000 end of life?

Yes. Cisco announced end of life in 2024, and the end-of-sale date was April 30, 2025. The last date of support for most models is April 30, 2030, for customers with active service contracts.

Do we need to replace our Catalyst 1000 switches now?

Not immediately. They remain supported until 2030 with a service contract. Plan replacement around your next network change, such as new Wi-Fi access points that need more power or faster ports, an office move or contract renewal.

What replaces the Cisco Catalyst 1000?

Cisco lists the Catalyst 1300 series as the replacement for most Catalyst 1000 models. The Catalyst 1200 suits simpler needs, and Meraki MS switches are the cloud-managed alternative.

Does the Catalyst 1000 need a licence?

No. Catalyst 1000 switches do not require a feature licence. The Catalyst 1300 and 1200 replacements also work without one, while Meraki switches need an annual licence.

Can we still get Catalyst 1000 power adaptors?

Cisco stopped selling Catalyst 1000 accessories, including power adaptors, on September 7, 2026. Replacements under existing support contracts continue for a period after that, but keeping a spare on hand is sensible.

Should we choose Catalyst 1300 or Meraki?

For a single office replacing switches like-for-like, the Catalyst 1300 is usually simplest and has no licence fee. Businesses with several sites or existing Meraki equipment often prefer Meraki for its single cloud dashboard.

How do we keep Catalyst 1000 switches secure?

Apply Cisco's recommended firmware, back up configurations, use VLANs to separate devices, shut down unused ports, restrict management access to the IT network and use individual admin accounts.

Can a Catalyst 1000 power Wi-Fi 7 access points?

It depends on the model's PoE budget and port speeds. Newer access points often draw more power and benefit from multi-gig ports, which Catalyst 1000 switches do not provide. Check power headroom before adding them.